Understanding and Leading Change in Tesco and Unilever

Understanding and leading
change

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................3
MAIN BODY...................................................................................................................................3
Overview of the case studies........................................................................................................3
Comparison of different organizations which has an impact on the organizational operations
and strategy .................................................................................................................................3
Impact of the change and the effects it is creating upon the organisation’s strategy and
operations.....................................................................................................................................5
Evaluating ways through which the changes have affected leadership, individuals and team
behaviour......................................................................................................................................7
Force-field theory.......................................................................................................................10
Evaluating how the impact of change can be minimised and the application of appropriate
models for processing change efficiently..................................................................................12
CONCLUSION..............................................................................................................................14
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................1

INTRODUCTION
Change is a significant process which has plays a vital role in the overall development of
organizations in the business environment. There are different factors in the business
environment which often leads towards changes in the business which is necessary for them to
grow and improve their position in the industry. By making certain changes in the way things are
being dealt in a business, the negative impact of several aspects can be mitigated by the business.
So, it is important for businesses to undergo changes in their business environment and enhance
their performance which is necessary for their sustainability in the industry. The current report is
based on Tesco and Unilever which are one of the most popular organizations in the retail
industry of UK. This report highlights the external environment of these businesses with the help
of PEST analysis which is essential to know the main drivers of change. It also includes an
appropriate analysis of the changes with the different ways which are essential to impact
individuals and behaviour of teams. At last, evaluation of appropriate models is undertaken
which are helpful or reducing the impact of these changes.
MAIN BODY
Overview of the case studies
Unilever is one of the most popular retail businesses in the UK as well as global industry. It
provides a wide range of products and services to their customers which has been beneficial for
its overall achievements in the business environment. Tesco is another strong firm in the retail
market which holds a significant position in industry (Brown and Nwagbara, 2021)
(Galli, 2018). These both organizations are core competitors of each other in the retail industry
as they have a major influence over customers with the help of their strong dominance in the
market. Although, it has been experienced those rapid changes in the business environment of
these organizations have had a major impact on its success in the industry.
Comparison of different organizations which has an impact on the organizational operations and
strategy
For evaluating drivers of change in Unilever and Tesco, a PEST analysis has been done which is
beneficial for identifying the key factors which acts as the drivers for change for this business.

The PEST analysis is effective in understanding the different changes which are crucial for the
businesses to adopt in order to enhance their overall performance in the industry.
PEST Analysis
Factors TESCO Unilever
Political
Factors
The political instability in the business
environment of UK may have a significant
influence on the overall performance of the
business. There are several changes in the
policies and procedures if government due to
political tensions which may create issues for
the company to grow in the industry
successfully. This creates restrictions for the
business to perform in the industry and gain
benefit which is necessary for them to
perform their operations.
There is a significant impact of the different
business frameworks in the global retail industry
which increases challenges for Unilever to sustain
in the competitive markets. There are several
changes on the basis of these differences in the
business environment of these nations on the
performance of the company.
Economic
Factors
The fluctuation in monetary and inflation
rates are certain factors which has a negative
influence on the overall performance of the
Tesco in the global business environment
(Ibeawuchi and et.al., 2021). Factors like
unemployment and lack of resources in the
market have increased the problems for the
business to gain better advantage in the
industry and increase their overall
sustainability.
The changes in the economic situations of
companies in different countries may have a
significant impact on the overall development of
the business in the industry. The economic
instability in the country may lead towards certain
hindrances in the overall flow of cash which is
inappropriate for the overall success of the
business in the industry.
Social
Factors
The global trends which may change in
relation with the new and attractive products
and services which are offered by the
businesses has a significant impact on the
overall profitability of the company.
Unilever is worldwide brand which is famous for
its quality and taste in the industry. The
organization has a strong social image which has
a positive impact on the overall sales of the
business. New and effective changes in the